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What is a primary reason for the high bank margins in Latin America compared to developed countries?
What is a primary reason for the high bank margins in Latin America compared to developed countries?
- Lower operating costs
- Higher interest rates due to greater operational risks (correct)
- Stronger government regulations
- Availability of capital
What was the cost of obtaining 1% market share in deposits in Germany in 1998 compared to Mexico?
What was the cost of obtaining 1% market share in deposits in Germany in 1998 compared to Mexico?
- $900 million in Germany and $100 million in Mexico
- $1,143 million in Germany and $84 million in Mexico (correct)
- $1,200 million in Germany and $70 million in Mexico
- $1,000 million in Germany and $50 million in Mexico
How has BBVA managed to replicate its leadership position in Spain internationally?
How has BBVA managed to replicate its leadership position in Spain internationally?
- Through significant takeover strategies (correct)
- By constructing extensive branch networks in every country
- By forming partnerships with local firms
- By reducing interest rates drastically
What percentage of production does the Callaghan firm export as of 2016?
What percentage of production does the Callaghan firm export as of 2016?
What prompted Callaghan to start exporting its products?
What prompted Callaghan to start exporting its products?
What strategy did Callaghan employ to tackle high tariffs in emerging countries?
What strategy did Callaghan employ to tackle high tariffs in emerging countries?
What does Basilio GarcÃa suggest is essential for Spanish companies' future in the global market?
What does Basilio GarcÃa suggest is essential for Spanish companies' future in the global market?
What kind of markets did Callaghan choose to enter first during its international expansion?
What kind of markets did Callaghan choose to enter first during its international expansion?
What demographic trend is influencing BBVA's internationalization into Latin America?
What demographic trend is influencing BBVA's internationalization into Latin America?
Why is the negative correlation between Spain's and Latin America's economic cycles beneficial for BBVA?
Why is the negative correlation between Spain's and Latin America's economic cycles beneficial for BBVA?
What key factors influenced the timing of BBVA's acquisition of Latin American banks?
What key factors influenced the timing of BBVA's acquisition of Latin American banks?
What is a potential benefit of the presence of foreign banks in emerging economies like Latin America?
What is a potential benefit of the presence of foreign banks in emerging economies like Latin America?
What was the level of banking deposits over GDP in Venezuela compared to Spain at the time of BBVA's expansion?
What was the level of banking deposits over GDP in Venezuela compared to Spain at the time of BBVA's expansion?
What aspect of Latin America's macroeconomic evolution surprised observers about BBVA's expansion strategy?
What aspect of Latin America's macroeconomic evolution surprised observers about BBVA's expansion strategy?
How does the convergence of emerging economies towards advanced countries affect banking services?
How does the convergence of emerging economies towards advanced countries affect banking services?
What critical insight did Francisco González provide regarding BBVA's internationalization strategy?
What critical insight did Francisco González provide regarding BBVA's internationalization strategy?
Flashcards
BBVA's Latin American Expansion
BBVA's Latin American Expansion
BBVA's decision to increase its presence in Latin America during the 2000s due to the region's economic potential, population growth, and risk diversification.
Latin American Population Growth
Latin American Population Growth
The projected increase in Latin America's population from 500 million to nearly 700 million by 2050, offering a large market.
Risk Diversification
Risk Diversification
Using investments in different markets (like Latin America) to reduce the risk of an economic downturn in one area.
Emerging Markets
Emerging Markets
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Economic Cycles (Negative Correlation)
Economic Cycles (Negative Correlation)
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Privatization and Deregulation
Privatization and Deregulation
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Low Banking Penetration
Low Banking Penetration
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Financial Development and Convergence
Financial Development and Convergence
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Latin American Bank Margins
Latin American Bank Margins
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High Interest Rates (Latin America)
High Interest Rates (Latin America)
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Market Share Cost (1% in Germany)
Market Share Cost (1% in Germany)
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Internationalization through Franchises (Callaghan)
Internationalization through Franchises (Callaghan)
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Export Necessity (Callaghan)
Export Necessity (Callaghan)
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Emerging Market Challenges (Callaghan)
Emerging Market Challenges (Callaghan)
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Callaghan's International Strategy
Callaghan's International Strategy
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Export as a Necessity
Export as a Necessity
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Study Notes
Case Study 1: BBVA's Internationalization
- BBVA is a global financial group with operations in 31 countries, serving over 80 million clients.
- BBVA has strong positions in Spain, Mexico, South America, and the US.
- Francisco González, former president, cited several factors for BBVA's Latin American expansion:
- Latin America's large, growing population (projected to reach 700 million by 2050) represents a potentially large market.
- Economic cycles in Spain and Latin America tend to be negatively correlated, reducing overall risk for BBVA.
- Privatization and deregulation in Latin America created opportunities for foreign banks.
- Bank usage in Latin America was low, implying potential for growth in banking services.
- Latin American economies are moving toward developed country income levels, foreseeing a greater demand for banking services.
- Higher profit margins in Latin America due to higher interest rates and risk.
- A lower "market share cost" in Mexico compared to Germany.
Case Study 2: Callaghan's Internationalization
- Callaghan, a Spanish footwear company, exports 30% of its production and has stores in over 3000 locations globally.
- Their international expansion started in nearby countries (e.g., France, Germany) before moving to further distances (e.g., China, Italy).
- Callaghan opened their own stores in China and, recently, in Italy.
- Callaghan franchisees their brand of stores.
- The company's founder, Basilio GarcÃa, attributes their success in exporting to:
- A need to compete with products from other countries.
- The growing need for exporting as globalization grows.
- Addressing emerging markets, which involve granting franchises to address quotas and tariffs.
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